Good morning, Mets fans!

After the Red Sox became the first team to clinch a Championship Series berth, three more teams have a chance to do the same on Tuesday. The Astros, up two games to one, are set for a 2:07 p.m. first pitch with the White Sox on FS1, and the Braves, also up two games to one, will play the Brewers at 5:15 p.m. on TBS.

The Giants will also have a shot for spot in the NLCS as they take on the Dodgers at 9:07 p.m. on TBS.

Let’s get into this morning’s briefing.

Latest Mets News

Tim Britton of The Athletic evaluates what Marcus Stroman‘s free agency might look like.

Robert Murray of Fansided talks if Pat Murphy could be the Mets’ next manager and takes some notes on the Braves-Brewers NLDS series.

Latest MLB News

White Sox pitcher Ryan Tepera accused the Astros of stealing signs in their ALDS matchup. In response, Houston manager Dusty Baker said “Before you accuse me, you need to take a look at yourself.”

“I had never even heard his name before we played the White Sox,” Baker said. “Let them talk”

Former Mets hitting coach Kevin Long is heading to NL East rival Philadelphia to serve as its hitting coach, per Britt Ghiroli of The Athletic. Long last coached in New York in 2017 before taking a job in Washington as hitting coach.

Per Buster Only of ESPN, the Yankees have not reached a decision regarding Aaron Boone’s future as manager. His contract expires right after the World Series, and could be a candidate for the Padres should he leave the Bronx.

Latest on MMO

James Villani fills out his report card for lefty Rich Hill‘s performance as a Met this season.

Matt Musico writes one encouraging 2021 stat for each New York pitcher.

Matt Musico also questions whether Pat Murphy could be a good fit as the Mets’ manager.

Joe D. writes on how New York is facing a “very consequential” offseason.

On This Date in Mets History

1969: Al Weis hits a timely ninth inning RBI single to help give the Mets Game 2 of the World Series against the Orioles. Pitcher Jerry Koosman also played a huge part in the victory as he allowed just two hits in 8.2 innings on the mound.

Birthdays: José Valentín (52) and Sid Fernandez (59).

Let’s go Mets!